Crock Pot Sloppy Joe Cheeseburgers are a crowd-pleaser—simple, comforting, and perfect for family dinners or potlucks. This easy slow-cooker version combines classic sloppy joe flavor with melty cheddar for a dish everyone will ask you to make again.
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“We loved these. Just so tasty and couldn’t be easier. Made plenty for dinner plus a couple lunches as well. A definite keeper!”
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“Turned out better than expected! Sooo yummy the whole family enjoyed it”
– Rachel
“Very yummy. Definitely a keeper. Next time I will add a some onion slices and pickle chips to the top.”
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Crock Pot Sloppy Joe Cheeseburgers Notes:
- This recipe comes from Crock Pot’s The Original Slow Cooker Recipe Collection.
- We used a browning slow cooker to brown the beef, but you can brown the meat in a skillet and transfer it to any 6-quart slow cooker.
- Choosing leaner ground beef reduces how much draining you need after browning. The recipe is flavorful and doesn’t require extra fat unless you prefer it.
- The water is optional—if you forget it sometimes, the dish still turns out great.
- For more ideas, use our Recipe Finder to locate recipes by ingredient or category.
- Nutritional estimates vary by the products you use; auto-calculated nutrition is only an estimate and should not be relied on for specific dietary needs.
- Slow cookers vary in performance, so use the listed times as a guideline and test recipes in your own slow cooker, adjusting as needed.
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Crock Pot Sloppy Joe Cheeseburgers
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup water optional
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 7 hamburger buns
- Optional: carrot and celery sticks
Instructions
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Lightly spray the crock pot with cooking spray.
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Brown the ground beef in a skillet, drain, and add the meat to the crock pot.
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Return the skillet to the heat and cook the garlic and chopped onion for 3–4 minutes.
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Add the cooked garlic and onion, ketchup, water (if using), brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce to the crock pot and stir to combine.
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Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for about 2.5 hours.
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Stir in the shredded Cheddar until melted and evenly combined.
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Serve on hamburger buns with carrot and celery sticks on the side, if desired.
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Notes
- This recipe is adapted from Crock Pot’s The Original Slow Cooker Recipe Collection.
- You can brown the beef in a browning slow cooker or in a skillet—both methods work well.
- Lean ground beef reduces the need to drain excess fat after browning.
- Water is optional; omit it if you prefer a thicker final texture.
- Nutrition and carb counts will vary depending on the ingredients you choose; use calculated values as estimates only.
- Adjust cook times to match your slow cooker, as models vary.
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